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XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare).

Bellmen often open the hotels’ main doors for their guests and carry their luggage to or from their hotel rooms. They may acquaint their guests with their rooms' features, such as how to operate televisions, locate light switches, operate the heater and/or air conditioner, and so on. Bellmen are often required to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, periodic overtime, and unscheduled shifts and public holidays; these all depend on the employer.

Those in this position must be physically healthy and strong, as they are required to carry heavy luggage weighing up to 75 pounds; they must also be able to organize and store luggage as necessary in designated areas. Excellent interpersonal skills and oral communication skills are very important in this position and a high school diploma (or equivalent) or equivalent practical experience is generally required. Some hotels conduct background checks, as well. In many hotels and resorts, bellmen are also required to work as valets and may even train and coach new bellmen. Those who work as valets must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Bellman Tasks

Bring room service orders to customers and ensure customer needs are met.

Provide customers with directions and information on attractions in the surrounding area.

Greet customers, guide them to check-in or their room and explain amenities and services.

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Bellman Advice

What do you wish you knew about your job when you first started out?

Bellman in Boston:

"Don't blame the guest if you don't like your tip."

Don't base your service on how much you think the guest will tip you. Always give the best service you can, even if you think you won't get a tip. Some bellmen I work with won't approach a guest that they think they doesn't "look" like a good tipper. You never can tell who will or won't tip until you help them.